San Luis Obispo
Social Sciences Department
| Soc 350 Japanese Social Organization | Dr. Barbara Mori |
| Winter 2010 | Office: FOB 11F |
| Phone: 756-6261 | |
| email me at: bmori@calpoly.edu | Office Hours: MW 2-4:00, TR 9:00 -11:00[or by appointment] |
GOALS: The goals of this course are to familiarize the student with the way in which the basic social institutions of Japan: family, religion, educational system, work and government function and the values and social practices that underlie them. The student will come to understand the way in which individuals are prepared to be successful and achieve in Japanese society and the way the society copes with individuals and groups that do not conform to the basic patterns and structure of society.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Develop an understanding and appreciation of Japanese society and culture.
Develop an understanding of the various social problems facing modern Japan.
Develop an understanding of the importance of family, religion and community in Japanese culture.
Achieve an international/global perspective of cultures and societies along with knowledge of other social and cultural systems.
Appreciate the way social groups and structures influence individual behavior and the way individual behavior influences social groups and structures.
Show growth in the ability to think critically concerning important issues facing our society and societies in a glob al perspective.
Demonstrate the writing skills necessary to communicate effectively in their work.
| Schedule | Exams | Texts | Assignments | Grading | Films |
This course requires classroom participation. Students will be expected to arrive on time for class, to answer questions, to do the readings before class, to see the films before class, to participate in discussion and to attend regularly.
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